Guided Tours

Edinburgh: Harry Potter Walking Tour with Whiskey Tasting Experience

On a 2-hour guided walking tour, see iconic spots in Edinburgh that inspired the Harry Potter series, and sample premium whiskies at The Lost Close.

Highlights

On this small-group walking tour, explore Edinburgh's landmarks like the 12th-century castle of Edinburgh which fuelled J.K. Rowling's creativity.
Discover the eerie Old Town graveyard where the grave of Tom Riddle lies, and check out some wizard supplies at Diagon Alley. Whoops, Victoria Street.
Follow your guide to the birthplace of Harry Potter, the Elephant House Cafe, where J.K. Rowling penned her characters down on tissue papers.
At The Lost Close, a whisky expert will share Scotch Whisky's history and amusing tales while you sample whiskies from diverse regions.

Inclusions

2-hour walking tour of Edinburgh
Small-group tour
Expert English-speaking guide
Whisky tasting with a local expert

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your experience

Enter Harry Potter's magical world

Join an expert on a small-group walking tour of Edinburgh to discover the magical world of Harry Potter, followed by a whisky experience at The Lost Close. Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, your adventure begins with a view of the historic Waverley Train station that plays a magical role in young wizards' adventures. As you stroll through the Old Town, explore the Kirkyard cemetery and find tombstones that inspired McGonagall and Moodie. Known for its eerie atmosphere, it serves as the resting place for a legendary loyal dog, Greyfriars Bobby, whom the graveyard is named after.

From wizards to whisky

Your journey continues to The Lost Close, where you'll meet a knowledgeable whisky expert. They'll regale you with the history, geography, and entertaining tales of Scotch Whisky, and you'll have the chance to savor drams from many regions, ranging from the lowlands to the highlands.

Know before you go

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
This experience welcomes guide dogs and allows pets.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Tron Kirk Market.
Address: 122 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, United Kingdom.
Landmark: Looks like an old church directly situated on the Royal Mile itself opposite a Bella Italia restaurant.
Guide Identifier: Your tour guide will be holding a sign or wand.

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